Psychology, and the brain in general, fascinates me. The power of the mind is incredible! I became interested in psychology in 2012, around the same time I became aware of,…read more
Mood disorder characterized by cycling between highs (mania) and lows (depression).
Misconceptions of Mental Illness | Why Don’t People Understand Mental Disorders
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There is a lot of stigma around mental illness. Many people do not seem to understand those that struggle with them. They can be misinformed, especially if they have not…read more
Is Being Transgender / Transsexual a Mental Disorder
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Is being transgender / transsexual a mental illness or a choice? Additionally, does being trans contribute to mental disorders? It certainly can. Major depression or body dysmorphic disorder is not…read more
Differentiating Mental Disorders
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Difference between bipolar, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and dissociative identity disorder (DID) / multiple personality disorder (MPD). There is quite a bit of…read more
Schizoaffective Disorder (Bipolar + Schizophrenia) | Overview
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General overview of schizoaffective disorder. Schizoaffective disorder is a combination of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder (bipolar or major depressive disorder). — Introduction Hi everyone! In this video I…read more
Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depressive Disorder) | Overview & Symptoms
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General overview of bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder) including some symptoms of depression and mania, and how they apply to me. Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by cycling…read more